Simon Cowell’s production company Syco Entertainment has raised US$125 million to create an acquisition fund intended to expand its international reach.
The highlight anticipated title garnered more than 300 million views after airing on 31 October on JiangsuTV and Tik Tik China. The format is owned by Syco Entertainment and distributed by Fremantle.
The additions, which include Music icon Gary Barlow, award winning performer Alesha Dixon, comedy legend Dawn French, and chart superstar Craig David , will be featured once the show's debut on ITV and ITV Hub later in the year.
The Star Canxing production serves as the first-ever Chinese adaptation partnering with Tiktok. Both JiangsuTV and Tik Tok China will broadcast the entertainment series.
ITV Studios will be tasked with distribution for the six-part original music game show, set to air later on this year, while Syco and Lifted Entertainment will handle all co-production and co-development aspects.